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41 32 031 Replacing the A-pillar on the outside left or right in the area of the windscreen

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NOTE: Shown on left side (right side identical).

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Remove or cover those vehicle components in the repair area which are susceptible to heat or dust.

Use only an approved SPOT-WELDING APPARATUS  for repairs!

IMPORTANT: Operations on pyrotechnical devices may only be carried out by authorized experts.
Improper, unauthorized operations may result in serious dangers.
Unauthorized persons are strictly prohibited from performing any operations on this system. 
WARNING: Read and comply with SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS for handling airbag modules and pyrotechnical belt tensioners.

Incorrect handling can activate airbag and cause injury.

A damaged head airbag must be replaced.

A damaged head airbag exhibits an impaired protective function and in extreme cases loses its protective function altogether.

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

Disconnect BATTERY EARTH LEAD .

Remove TRIM PANEL FOR ROOF PILLAR .

The following new body parts are required:

Systematic schematic diagram:

Push the protective sleeve (1) onto the airbag up to just below the roofliner so that the airbag is completely covered.

Fasten protective sleeve with Velcro fastener (2).

Secure protective sleeve and airbag against kinking.

Fig 4: Protective Sleeve And Velcro Fastener
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Mark severance cuts (1) and (2) in accordance with specified measurements and cut.

IMPORTANT:

Cut outer panel only for following severance cuts.

Dimension "a" = approx. 80 mm from component edge of roof outer skin.

Dimension "b" = approx. 315 mm below severance cut a.

Open WELDED CONNECTIONS  in areas (3).

Release and remove partial section of A-pillar from cavity sealing (4).

NOTE: Only when additionally replacing the A-PILLAR WITH REINFORCEMENT .

Severance cut (2) not applicable. Open WELDED CONNECTIONS  in areas (5).

Fig 5: Severance Cut Marks, Welded Connections Areas, And Cavity Sealing
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Preparation of new part: 

Mark severance cut on new part in accordance with severance cut on vehicle and disconnect.

Prepare REINFORCEMENT PLATE  s at severance cuts.

Installation: 

Apply sealant to CAVITY SEALING  (1).

Install new part and reinforcement plate and weld in area (2).

Weld new part in areas (3) if necessary.

NOTE: After completing welding work: Check airbag in area of protective sleeve for damage, replace if necessary.
Fig 6: Cavity Sealing And Welding Areas
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Systematic schematic diagram:

IMPORTANT: Risk of damage!
Airbag must not be kinked or bent!

Open Velcro fastener (2) and remove protective sleeve (1).

Fig 7: Protective Sleeve And Velcro Fastener
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Join the clip (1) and blind rivet (2).

IMPORTANT: For the exact procedure, see repair instructions for removing and installing head airbag. See REMOVING/INSTALLING/REPLACING HEAD AIRBAG (WITHOUT SLIDE/TILT SUNROOF) or REMOVING/INSTALLING/REPLACING HEAD AIRBAG (WITH SLIDE/TILT SUNROOF) .
Fig 8: Clip And Blind Rivet
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